Historic New England

New Union Railroad Station, almost finished, Worcester, Mass., 10161-B

The image depicts the nearly completed New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station features two prominent clock towers and an arched roof structure. Train tracks can be seen in the foreground with various buildings and a tall, pointed tower visible in the background. Construc...

Date: 1911-06-06

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381931

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10161-B

New Union Railroad Station, interior, dining room, Worcester, Mass., 10162-B

The image depicts the interior dining room of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The room features several tables covered with white tablecloths surrounded by wooden chairs. There are various dining items on the tables including condiments and tea sets. In the background, th...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381932

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10162-B

New Union Railroad Station, interior, dining room, Worcester, Mass., 10163-B

1 film negative

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381933

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10163-B

Washington Square, showing old Union Station on left and new one on right soon after opening, Worcester, Mass., 10164-B

The image depicts Washington Square in Worcester, Massachusetts. On the left is the old Union Station, characterized by a tall clock tower and adjoining buildings. On the right is the newer Union Station showcasing a more elaborate architectural style with a prominent corner faÃ§ade. The square is v...

Date: 1911

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381934

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10164-B

Wright Wire Co., exterior wall, also showing railroad cars, Worcester, Mass., 10165-B

The image shows the exterior wall of the Wright Wire Co. in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several railroad cars are visible along the tracks adjacent to the wall. A large industrial building with multiple smokestacks is seen in the background and utility poles line the railway tracks.

Date: ca. 1909

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381935

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10165-B

Old Union Railroad Station, interior, view in last days of its operation, showing boxcar, Worcester, Mass., 10166-B

The image shows the interior of the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, during its final days of operation. A boxcar is visible on the right side with a person standing at an open doorway. The station features large, arched windows and a wooden platform with visible train tracks....

Date: 1911-01-09

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381936

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10166-B

New Union Railroad Station, west end, looking east from signal tower #28, Worcester, Mass., 10167-B

The image depicts the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the west end looking east from signal tower #28. Several sets of train tracks run parallel in the foreground. To the left, a large industrial building displays signs for "Howard Brothers M'f'g Co." and "Card Cl...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381937

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10167-B

Dismantling of old Union Railroad Station, during construction of new station chang-over, Worcester, Mass., 10168-B

The image shows the dismantling process of the old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are the partially deconstructed building materials and framework of the station. A horse-drawn cart labeled "Soap" along with other carts and construction debris are also present in the for...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381938

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10168-B

Construction of new Union Railroad Station, looking east, south and west elevation, Worcester, Mass., 10169-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1910-04-09

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381939

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10169-B

Drawing of Boston and Worcester Railroad Station, Worcester, Mass., 10170-B

This image features a drawing of the Boston and Worcester Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station is depicted with multiple buildings including a larger central structure and smaller adjoining buildings. There is a railroad track in front of the station. The image is printed on a p...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381940

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10170-B

Temporary platforms during construction of new railroad station, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 10171-B

The image shows temporary platforms during the construction of a new railroad station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The platforms are located on the left side of the image with a covered structure featuring a sign for "The Union News Company." The view looks eastward showing wooden tracks and utility...

Date: 1910

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381941

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10171-B

Temporary platforms during construction of new station, Worcester, Mass., 10172-B

The image shows temporary platforms during the construction of a new station in Worcester, Massachusetts. A man is standing on the wooden platform beside railway tracks with train cars visible in the background.

Date: 1910-11-07

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381942

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10172-B

Gates Street crossing taken in connection with South Worcester grade crossing elimination, Worcester, Mass., 10173-B

The image depicts a construction area at Gates Street crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts, associated with the South Worcester grade crossing elimination project. In the foreground, there are piles of lumber and construction materials. A man is standing on the left side near a dirt road which is su...

Date: 1908-06-14

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381943

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10173-B

Gates Street extension and crossing of tracks looking west, grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10174-B

The image depicts an urban landscape in Worcester, Massachusetts, illustrating the Gates Street extension and the crossing of railroad tracks. The scene is part of a grade crossing elimination project. Several buildings and smokestacks are visible along with utility poles and wires. Snow covers the ...

Date: 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381944

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10174-B

Gates Street extension looking south during the elimination of grade crossings at South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 10175-B

The image shows the Gates Street extension looking south in South Worcester, Massachusetts, during the elimination of grade crossings. Several multi-story buildings are visible in the background and there are piles of construction materials in the foreground. Two individuals are seen standing on the...

Date: 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381945

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10175-B

Leonard Street looking south, during grade crossing elimination project at South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 10176-B

The image shows Leonard Street in South Worcester, Massachusetts, looking south during the grade crossing elimination project. The street has visible wooden beams and fencing on either side. Trees and residential buildings are present in the background.

Date: 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381946

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10176-B

Views looking southeast down tracks during grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10177-B

The image shows a view looking southeast along a set of train tracks during a grade crossing elimination project in Worcester, Massachusetts. There are multiple tracks with construction equipment and cranes visible in the background. Buildings and industrial structures can be seen on both sides of t...

Date: 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381947

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10177-B

Gates Street looking south during grade crossing elimination project at South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 10178-B

The image depicts Gates Street looking south during the grade crossing elimination project in South Worcester, Massachusetts. The street has visible dirt mounds and debris. On the left, there are several multi-story residential buildings and a wooden barrier with a "Street Closed" sign blocks the ro...

Date: 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381948

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10178-B

Tracks looking south at Gates Street extension during grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10179-B

The image shows railroad tracks looking south at the Gates Street extension in Worcester, Massachusetts, during a grade crossing elimination project. In the background, there are several multi-story residential buildings, a wooden fence, and visible trees. A utility pole stands in the foreground nea...

Date: 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381949

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10179-B

Tracks looking southwest at Gates Street, extension during grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10180-B

The image shows railway tracks extending southwest at Gates Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. The tracks are part of a grade crossing elimination project. On the right, there is a residential building with multiple stories and balconies, while to the left, there are trees along a grassy area.

Date: 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381950

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10180-B

Grade crossing elimination project in South Worcester, wood forms and wall at Gates Street extension, Worcester, Mass., 10181-B

The image shows a construction site for a grade crossing elimination project in South Worcester, Massachusetts. Wooden forms are being used to create a wall at the Gates Street extension. Several workers are present alongside construction equipment and materials. Buildings and utility poles line the...

Date: 1908-06-14

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381951

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10181-B

William Allen Sons Boiler Works at Washington Street, Worcester, Mass., 10182-B

The image shows the William Allen Sons Boiler Works located on Washington Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. The industrial buildings feature signs displaying the company names. In the foreground, there are railroad tracks running parallel to the buildings and various industrial equipment, includin...

Date: 1909-01-22

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381952

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10182-B

Tracks looking east at Gardner Street, Crompton and Knowles Loom Works on left, taken during grade crossing elimination project at South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 10183-B

The image depicts railroad tracks looking east at Gardner Street during the grade crossing elimination project in South Worcester, Massachusetts. The Crompton and Knowles Loom Works building is visible on the left. Lumber and construction materials are stacked near the tracks and an industrial machi...

Date: 1908-11-03

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381953

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10183-B

Buildings off Madison Street looking west, Worcester, Mass., 10184-B

The image depicts industrial buildings off Madison Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west. The structures feature large windows and a visible chimney. Snow covers parts of the ground and a utility pole with wires is also present in the background.

Date: 1909-01-21

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381954

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10184-B

Buildings off Madison Street, looking east, railroad on left, Worcester, Mass., 10185-B

The image shows an industrial area off Madison Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east. A railroad line is visible on the left, next to a sloped area covered with snow and debris. On the right, there are brick industrial buildings with tall smokestacks. A utility pole with multiple cross-ar...

Date: 1909-01-21

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381955

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10185-B

Blueprint of Old Union Railroad Station, Worcester, Mass., 10186-B

The blueprint depicts a sectional view of the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The drawing includes labeled areas such as the "Ladiesâ Dressing Room," "Gentlemen's Room," "Corridor," "Kitchen," and "Laundry," among others. Architectural features and dimensions are illustrate...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381956

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10186-B

Old Union Railroad Station looking west, Worcester, Mass., 10187-B

The image depicts the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, as viewed from the east looking west. Visible are train tracks extending towards a large brick archway. The left side of the image shows a brick building with multiple windows and piles of bricks and rubble beside it. Seve...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381957

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10187-B

Unidentified railroad station, 10188-B

The image shows part of an unidentified railroad station platform. A newsstand labeled "The Union News Company" is visible on the right. Various items are displayed and a person is standing near the counter. The station structure includes wooden beams and walls.

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381958

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.10188-B

Old Union Railroad Station, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 10189-B

The image shows the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the east. The station features a large stone archway with visible train tracks leading into it. The structure has a robust, stone construction with some architectural detailing visible on the facade. A train is p...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381959

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10189-B

Construction of new Union Railroad Station, exterior, Worcester, Mass., 10190-B

The image shows the construction site of the new Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The exterior of the building is partially completed, with scaffolding surrounding several areas. Workers can be seen on the scaffolding. The surrounding cityscape of Worcester is visible in the backg...

Date: 1910-11-08

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381960

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10190-B

Old Union Railroad Station, front of west side, showing trolley and carriages, Worcester, Mass., 10191-B

The image depicts the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, showing the front of the west side. Visible in the scene are a trolley on the left side and several horse-drawn carriages lined up in front of the station. The structure features a prominent clock tower and an arched entra...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381961

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10191-B

Union Railroad Station, interior, Worcester, Mass., 10192-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381962

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10192-B

Union Railroad Station, exterior during construction, Worcester, Mass., 10193-B

The image shows the exterior of the Union Railroad Station under construction in Worcester, Massachusetts. The structure is surrounded by scaffolding, and numerous building materials are scattered around the site. Several railway tracks are visible beside the construction and the surrounding area in...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381963

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10193-B

Union Railroad Station, exterior, entrance from Washington Square, Worcester, Mass., 10194-B

The image shows the exterior entrance of Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, as viewed from Washington Square. The architecture features grand arches and columns, with ornate canopies over the entrance doors. Several people are visible on the steps and in front of the building and in...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381964

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10194-B

City Ticket Office, interior, Worcester, Mass., 10195-B

The image depicts the interior of a city ticket office in Worcester, Massachusetts. The room features a large wooden counter with numerous stacks of paper or tickets arranged on it. Behind the counter, there are shelves filled with more papers or documents and a framed picture is leaning against the...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381965

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.10195-B

Plymouth Street Railroad crossing, showing railroad cars, Worcester, Mass., 10196-B

The image depicts a railroad crossing on Plymouth Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, featuring several freight cars from the Bangor and Aroostook Railroad and the Boston & Albany Railroad. In the foreground, there is a wooden fence and a small structure, possibly a crossing guard cabin, near the tr...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381966

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10196-B

Retaining wall west of Grafton Street on main line of Boston & Albany Railroad, Worcester, Mass., 10197-B

The image shows a retaining wall made of stone blocks located west of Grafton Street on the main line of the Boston & Albany Railroad in Worcester, Massachusetts. Behind the wall, a brick industrial building with several windows and a chimney emitting smoke is visible. The ground in the foreground i...

Date: 1909-01-21

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381967

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10197-B

Retaining wall west of Grafton Street on main line of Boston & Albany Railroad, Worcester, Mass., 10198-B

The image shows a snow-covered scene featuring a retaining wall along the main line of the Boston & Albany Railroad west of Grafton Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. In the background, a large building and several utility poles are visible and a sign for a coal company can be seen. Various scatter...

Date: 1909-01-21

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381968

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10198-B

Temple Street Crossing of Boston & Albany Railroad, looking northwest, Worcester, Mass., 10199-B

The image depicts the Temple Street Crossing of the Boston & Albany Railroad in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking northwest. A train is visible on an elevated track supported by a stone and wooden structure. Crossing gates are raised and buildings line both sides of the street in the foreground.

Date: 1911-01-20

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381969

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10199-B

Temple Street Crossing of Boston & Albany Railroad, looking west, Worcester, Mass., 10200-B

The image depicts Temple Street Crossing on the Boston & Albany Railroad, looking west in Worcester, Massachusetts. In the foreground are railroad tracks stretching into the distance. Several people are gathered near the tracks and industrial buildings and structures are visible on either side. Powe...

Date: 1911-01-20

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381970

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10200-B

Plymouth Street Railroad crossing, looking east on Boston & Albany Railroad tracks, Worcester, Mass., 10201-B

The image depicts the Plymouth Street Railroad crossing, looking east along the Boston & Albany Railroad tracks in Worcester, Massachusetts. The scene shows railroad tracks running through a snow-covered landscape with several buildings on either side. A building with signage indicating "Boiler Work...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381971

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10201-B

Construction of railroad freight yard south of Porter Street, East Boston, Mass., 10202-B

The image depicts the construction site of a railroad freight yard south of Porter Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible amidst the construction activity which includes wooden frameworks and piles of earth. In the background, there are buildings and construction materials...

Date: 1905-10-19

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381972

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10202-B

Grade crossing elimination project through city, ditch and wall, south of Porter Street, east side, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10203-B

The image shows a construction site for a grade crossing elimination project in East Boston, Massachusetts, south of Porter Street. Several workers are engaged in the construction process within a trench that is supported by wooden frameworks. They are seen standing on planks above the ditch with to...

Date: 1905-10-21

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381973

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10203-B

Grade crossing elimination project, Sumner Street abutments, East Boston, Mass., 10204-B

The image shows construction work related to the grade crossing elimination project at Sumner Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are the abutments and a bridge in the background. A railroad track runs through the area with carts labeled "B&A" present on the tracks. A horse-drawn cart is s...

Date: 1907-11-15

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381974

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10204-B

Grade crossing elimination project, sheating and bracing on abutments at Saratoga Street, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10205-B

The image depicts a construction site for a grade crossing elimination project on Saratoga Street in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The scene shows wooden sheating and bracing on abutments against a backdrop of residential buildings. In the foreground, there are visible train tracks and part of...

Date: 1906-12-12

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381975

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10205-B

Grade crossing elimination project, sheating and bracing on abutments at Saratoga Street, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10206-B

The image depicts a grade crossing elimination project at Saratoga Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are sheathing and bracing on abutments with railroad tracks running beneath a wooden bridge. Several people are standing on or near the elevated structures. Snow covers parts of the groun...

Date: 1906-12-12

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381976

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10206-B

General view south of Saratoga Street, during grade crossing elimination project, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10207-B

The image captures a general view of Saratoga Street in East Boston during a grade crossing elimination project. There are railroad tracks in the foreground with construction materials alongside. Several cranes are visible in operation and a few workers are seen on site. Residential buildings and ut...

Date: 1905-10-19

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381977

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10207-B

Grade crossing elimination project, retaining wall and forms north of Saratoga Street, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10208-B

The image depicts a construction site in East Boston, north of Saratoga Street, focusing on the grade crossing elimination project. Several workers are visible on site standing and working near a retaining wall and wooden forms. Buildings are visible in the background.

Date: 1905-12-22

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381978

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10208-B

Grade crossing elimination project, view showing flooding of water in cut north of Saratoga Street, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10209-B

The image shows a flooded railway cut in the grade crossing elimination project in East Boston, north of Saratoga Street. Water covers the railway tracks, with some debris floating on the surface. On the left side, two individuals are sitting on wooden planks near the water. Buildings and utility po...

Date: 1906-05-10

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381979

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10209-B

Depressing of tracks through city for grade crossing elimination project, steam shovel at work south of Saratoga Street, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10210-B

The image depicts a construction site in East Boston, Massachusetts, where a grade crossing elimination project is underway. A steam shovel is actively digging south of Saratoga Street next to railroad tracks. Visible in the scene are workmen, a steam shovel, and materials such as logs and timbers, ...

Date: 1906-08-08

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381980

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10210-B

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